Alex Shkor

📍 Lisbon, Portugal / Minsk, Belarus | 🌐 shkor.com | ✉️ alex@shkor.com
📱 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alexshkor | 🐙 GitHub: github.com/alexshkor

Professional Summary

Accomplished executive leader with over 15 years of experience driving operational excellence in high-growth technology companies. As CEO and Co-Founder of ventures including Collective Intelligence Labs, DEIP, and Casimir, I have successfully scaled organizations from inception to market leadership, managing cross-functional teams of up to 150+ professionals across engineering, product, marketing, and operations.

Proven track record in strategic planning, business development, and operational optimization within complex technical environments. Expert in building scalable organizational structures, establishing efficient processes, and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives. Successfully led multiple funding rounds totaling $10M+ while maintaining operational efficiency and team productivity.

Adept at translating strategic vision into operational execution, with strengths in team leadership, resource allocation, performance optimization, and stakeholder management. Committed to fostering high-performance cultures that drive innovation, accountability, and sustainable growth in fast-paced environments.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Operations: Operational Planning, Business Process Optimization, Performance Management, Resource Allocation
• Team Leadership: Cross-functional Team Management, Executive Leadership, Talent Development, Organizational Design
• Business Development: Partnership Building, Revenue Growth Strategies, Market Expansion, Stakeholder Management
• Financial Management: Budget Planning, Cost Optimization, Financial Reporting, Investment Management
• Project & Product Management: Agile Methodologies, Product Lifecycle Management, Roadmap Planning, Risk Assessment
• Change Management: Organizational Transformation, Process Improvement, Cultural Alignment, Change Implementation
• Technology Leadership: Technical Strategy, Innovation Management, Digital Transformation, Infrastructure Scaling
• Languages: English (professional), Russian (native)

Professional Experience

CEO & Co-Founder

Collective Intelligence Labs — Remote / Lisbon, Portugal Feb 2021 – Present

• Drive overall company strategy and operations for a cutting-edge Web3 venture focused on decentralized AI infrastructure
• Lead cross-functional team of 12+ engineers, designers, and researchers to deliver innovative blockchain solutions
• Establish operational processes and organizational structures that enabled scaling from startup to growth-stage company
• Manage financial planning, budget allocation, and resource optimization across multiple departments and projects
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with investors, technology partners, and industry stakeholders
• Oversee product development lifecycle from ideation to market launch, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Implement performance management systems that increased team productivity by 40% while maintaining high-quality standards

Key Achievements: Successfully scaled team from 3 to 12 members, secured $2M in Series A funding, launched 3 major product releases

Co-Founder & COO

Casimir — Estonia / Germany / Remote Oct 2021 – Nov 2022

• Led operations and business development for a Web3 infrastructure company focused on NFT marketplaces and DAO platforms
• Managed cross-functional team of 8 engineers and designers to deliver no-code platform for blockchain applications
• Developed go-to-market strategy that resulted in 200+ active users within first 6 months of launch
• Established operational processes for product development, customer support, and quality assurance
• Built strategic partnerships with 15+ blockchain projects and platforms to expand ecosystem reach
• Oversaw financial management including budget planning, expense tracking, and investor reporting
• Implemented agile methodologies that improved product delivery speed by 30%

Key Achievements: Grew user base from 0 to 500+ active users, secured partnerships with major NFT platforms, managed $1.5M budget

Co-Founder & CEO

DEIP - Creator Economy Protocol — Estonia, SF Bay Area, Germany, Poland Jan 2018 – Nov 2022

• Spearheaded operations and strategic direction for a Web3 protocol company focused on tokenizing intangible assets
• Led international team of 25+ professionals across engineering, research, and business development functions
• Developed and executed growth strategy that expanded company from 3 to 50+ team members across 4 countries
• Managed fundraising efforts that secured $3M+ in seed and Series A funding from top-tier venture capital firms
• Established operational frameworks for product development, research collaboration, and customer success
• Built strategic partnerships with universities, research institutions, and enterprise clients worldwide
• Oversaw financial planning, resource allocation, and performance management across all departments

Key Achievements: Grew team from 3 to 50+ members, secured $3M+ in funding, established partnerships with 20+ institutions

Thinktank Member

Blockchain for Science (BFS) — Berlin, Germany
Nov 2017 – Jan 2022

• Advised on blockchain integration for scientific publishing, peer review, and IP management.
• Prototyped a full-stack dApp for transparent research funding using React, Ethereum, and IPFS.
• Contributed to open-source tools for verifiable academic credentials and citation tracking.

Co-Founder & COO

Vedai: Education Crowdinvesting Platform — Lisbon, Portugal Jan 2021 – Mar 2023

• Led operations and business development for an education-focused investment platform connecting investors with startups
• Managed cross-functional team of 6 professionals including developers, designers, and compliance specialists
• Developed go-to-market strategy that resulted in $500K+ in platform transactions within first year
• Established operational processes for investor onboarding, startup vetting, and compliance management
• Built partnerships with 10+ educational institutions and accelerator programs to source quality investment opportunities
• Implemented financial controls and reporting systems to ensure regulatory compliance and investor transparency

Key Achievements: Facilitated $500K+ in investments, built network of 10+ educational partners, maintained 100% compliance record

CTO | Head of R&D

Paralect — Minsk, Belarus 2011 – Aug 2017

• Led R&D and product development operations for enterprise clients across healthcare, logistics, and fintech sectors
• Managed team of 15+ engineers, designers, and QA specialists delivering SaaS solutions for enterprise clients
• Developed operational processes and quality assurance frameworks that improved delivery speed by 50%
• Established client relationship management protocols that resulted in 95% client retention rate
• Implemented resource planning and allocation systems that optimized team utilization and project profitability
• Built internal tools and processes that accelerated delivery across engineering teams and improved product quality

Key Achievements: Managed team of 15+ professionals, maintained 95% client retention, improved delivery speed by 50%

Technical Lead & Operations Manager

Suvoda — Remote Nov 2013 – Nov 2015

• Led development and operational activities for a HIPAA-compliant eConsent platform serving clinical trial organizations
• Managed team of 5 developers and QA specialists to deliver secure, regulatory-compliant software solutions
• Established quality assurance processes and compliance frameworks to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations
• Implemented project management methodologies that improved delivery timelines by 30%
• Coordinated with client stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure solution alignment with business needs

Key Achievements: Delivered HIPAA-compliant platform to 15+ healthcare clients, maintained 100% regulatory compliance, improved delivery timelines by 30%

Software Developer

Itransition Group — Minsk, Belarus Nov 2010 – Dec 2011

• Developed enterprise web applications for clients in finance and logistics sectors
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver software solutions that met business requirements
• Participated in full software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, development, testing, and deployment
• Gained foundational experience in project coordination and client communication

Key Achievements: Successfully delivered 5+ enterprise projects, maintained 100% client satisfaction rating

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics 2008 – 2013

Relevant Coursework: Business Systems Analysis, Project Management, Organizational Behavior, Data Analysis for Decision Making Academic Achievements: Dean's List (2010-2012), Student Leadership Award (2012)

Recommendations

"Alex is a truly inspiring leader... fascinated by his capability to learn incredibly fast and communicate his reality in comprehensive models."
— Lukas Holter, AI Educator & Coach

"Beneath Alex's quiet demeanor burns a fierce passion for improving humanity via inspired software architecture."
— Brian D. Litman, Technology Mentor

Languages

• English – Full Professional Proficiency
• Russian – Native Speaker

Interests

Organizational Development, Leadership & Management, Strategic Planning, Business Innovation, Impact Investing

“My mission is to drive operational excellence and build high-performance organizations that deliver sustainable growth and innovation.” — Alex Shkor